‘Everything was gone’: Musicians reflect on the impact of Covid-19

As many sectors reopen and return to some sense of normality, uncertainty remains for performing artists

Cork singer-songwriter John Blek did up to 100 shows across Europe in the year prior to Covid

Cork singer-songwriter John Blek has been on the live music circuit since he was “old enough to be allowed into pubs”. 

At 34, it’s been 16 years of gigging, first as a cover musician, then as a band member, and now as a solo artist.